Congratulations on embarking on this exciting journey on moving to Bali!
Having moved with our family and business, we understand the challenges of relocating to Bali.
We’ve taken into account every aspect to simplify your move and ensure a smooth transition.
We will help you to:
Experience peace of mind with a hassle-free journey, saving significant time and money along the way!
Book a free 30 min Zoom to discuss your goals and expectations, explore the cost of living, and provide expert insights on key topics visas and process, best areas to live, schools, healthcare, housing, starting a business, property investment, and more—leaving you confident about your Bali move.
Choose between the Bronze, Silver or Gold package that is thoroughly designed to cover every aspect of your move. These packages offer invaluable on-the-ground insights and allow you to benefit from years of experience, ultimately saving you substantial time.
Delve into the comprehensive package materials for thorough preparation and a valuable reference during your time in Bali. Gain introductions and access to the best businesses and essential contacts, ensuring a seamless and confident experience.
Thoroughly designed guides, checklists, spreadsheet and resources for a seamless move, covering every aspect to save time and money.
In addition to the comprehensive content offered in the Bronze package, we provide access to our handpicked suppliers and business recommendations to ensure exceptional customer service and reliability. This reflects our extensive experience and trusted partnerships. Personalised introductions are made to foster success.
Combining the Bronze and Silver packages this upgrade gives you personalised support to enhance your overall experience.
“Simone’s resources and research have saved us many hours of internet searching.
Her first hand account of living in Bali combined with tangible guides answer nearly all the questions we had about living in Bali. From cost of living to neighborhoods to live in to schooling and grocery shopping, she’s thought of it all.
She is friendly and helpful to chat with and available to answer any questions you may have.
We look forward to our move to Bali knowing we have the best information available to prepare us in our journey. Thank you Simone!”
Alison, Singapore
“Simone’s personal knowledge and experience of living in Bali with her own family were truly exceptional.
I can’t emphasise enough how much time and money these resources saved us. Having everything we needed in one place was like having access to a treasure trove of invaluable information. It made our transition to Bali smooth and seamless.
If you are considering a move to Bali or simply want to learn more about the process, I highly recommend Our Year in Bali’s consulting service.
Simone’s expertise and the comprehensive resources provided will undoubtedly make your journey more efficient and enjoyable.
Thank you once again, Simone, for your outstanding service. We are immensely grateful for all your time, support, and expertise.”
Alex, Hong Kong
“My husband and I decided to relocate to Bali from the United States when our daughter was just three months old. We are so grateful we found Our Year In Bali to help us prepare for the transition – especially with a newborn!
Chatting with Simone helped us understand the characteristics of regions across the island, what we might expect from living arrangements, childcare and schooling options for our daughter, and her documents guided us about all sorts of Balinese customs and norms.
Through her amazing contacts we were able to easily arrange our visas, learn about real estate, and line up drivers and babysitters for when we arrived.
Plus thanks to her trustworthy contacts we were able to discover our dream home and couldnt be happier!”
Blackthorne famiy, USA
“I cannot recommend Simone and “Our Year in Bali” highly enough!
Her resources have been absolutely invaluable, providing everything we needed to make our transition smooth and enjoyable.
Simone’s support has been A-plus quality—she is always quick to respond and incredibly willing to help with any questions or concerns. It has truly been a blessing finding her”.
Bea, Kyle and Cora, USA
“Simone’s help has been instrumental to making our relocation to Bali a pleasure instead of a nightmare.
Things here are different, and no amount of facebook/reddit/googling can prepare you to turn the vast amount of information into practical, usable knowledge – Simone’s on the other hand, does.
From visa contacts, to medical contacts, which we ended up needing within 4 days of landing, all turned out to be excellent.
Her guide is super insightful and comprehensive, which is a rare combination.
To top it all off, Simone’s personality, responsiveness and proactiveness will give you a huge advantage when trying to settle down.
Best money spent this year, by a long mile. Thanks Simone!”
Nasillo family, UK
Bali’s size requires hours for coast-to-coast travel. Diverse regions cater to various preferences, with a strong expat community. South Bali is the main area that expats enjoy living, and this includes the regions of Badung, Giyanar, and Denpasar.
In the well-known expat communities, you’ll come across international early learning centres and primary schools and high schools designed for children aged six to 18 years old. Schools such as Australian independent School, Bali Island School, Canggu Community School , ProEducation Global and the Green School are a few to name.
Schools offer a diverse range of curricula, incorporating combinations like the National Indonesian curriculum along with others such as the British Cambridge System, International Baccalaureate (IB), Australian, Montessori, The Green School Way, Steiner, Finnish, and Reggio-Emilia Inspired Nature-Based systems.
Bali offers such exciting opportunities when it comes to learning in nature and to create passionate and curious, life-long learners. Imagine having rice fields as part of your campus and backdrop!
You are spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a nature school as they are purpose built to be in harmony with nature. You may have heard of the Green School – welcome to learning in the jungle!
Drawing on extensive experience in Bali education, we specialize in helping families find optimal school solutions for children across age groups, from toddlers to high school students. Through routine school inspections and strong connections with school leaders, we provide comprehensive advice and guidance, detailed in our school and education guide.
Moreover, we offer essential contacts and introductions to school principals and enrollment processes, accompanied by a Google map showcasing over 50 school locations in Bali. This empowers families to make well-informed decisions about their children’s education.
Our services extend to providing advice and connections with various educational options, including international schools, nature-based schools, and smaller home schools. School fees typically range from $3,000 to $20,000 USD per year, depending on the child’s age and grade level and we recognise the individual family education budget.
Additionally, we can explore alternative education options such as study groups, distance education, tutors, and nannies to cater to diverse educational needs.
Bali’s unique appeal lies in its diverse lifestyle budgets, offering an affordable living experience despite being among the pricier South Asian destinations. Addressing the common query about budget sufficiency, it’s challenging to provide a precise answer due to individual lifestyle differences. Factors influencing costs include housing style and location, lease duration, insurance, visa choices, recreational activities, grocery preferences, transportation mode, schooling options, and more. To accurately budget for living in Bali, it’s crucial to consider these factors, recognizing that short-term stays differ significantly from longer-term commitments.
We provide an up-to-date cost of living excel spreadsheet in Our Bronze package to ensure you don’t miss the small costs, hidden expenses, what the salary costs are for Balinese staff (including the required bonus) and more insights. Plus it is a great tool for budgeting.
For those planning to stay in Indonesia for more than 60 days, the C1 (formerly B211) single-entry tourist visa is an excellent choice, permitting stays of up to 180 days. For longer stays, various multiple-entry visas are available, serving as temporary residency permits. Examples are the Remote Worker KITAS, Investment KITAS, Student KITAS, and Dependent KITAS. Another option is to start a business, which allows you to obtain an Investment KITAS. Additionally, you can apply for a Working KITAS if you plan to work in Indonesia.
Securing work in Bali can be highly challenging. The limited job opportunities for foreigners typically require fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and prior work experience in Southeast Asia. Therefore, it’s strongly recommended to have employment and financial stability in place before relocating to Bali.
Many expats work remotely or start their own businesses.
Firstly you need to see if you are aplicable for the Retirement visa (which are not able to work on). This visa is for those aged 60 and above, providing a one-year visa with renewals.
There are a number of requirements that need to be met such a lease contract for a minimum of 12 months and a copy of the owner’s ID card, hiring local staff, and health insurance.
Benefits include access to opening a bank account, local insurance, import privileges, and lifestyle discounts, purchasing a car or scooter.
If you are younger than 60 years of age, and still wish to retire, there are other alternative visas to persue.
Establishing a business in Bali requires careful planning and cultural awareness, with a focus on understanding the local business landscape and choosing the right structure. Success extends beyond legal and financial considerations, emphasizing the importance of respecting Balinese culture for positive community relationships. Partnering with recommended business consultancies offers expert guidance on various aspects, including setup, acquisitions, investments, accounting, and legal services. Additionally, a recommended law firm provides comprehensive assistance, covering areas such as PT PMA setup, real estate, immigration, family, contractual, and labor law.
Bali boasts a healthcare system that often rivals or surpasses the services you find back in your home country. However, health insurance is a must and your policy should always include “Emergency evacuation or repatriation” coverage.
Doctor and dentist visits are very affordable, making it convenient for expats to access quality care. The island offers a wide range of medical centres, 24/7 clinics, and international standard hospitals, all staffed with skilled professionals.
The added bonus? Making doctor appointments can be made via WhatsApp message or through a hospital app. Doctors can make affordable home visits, ensuring you receive the care you need, even from the comfort of your own home.
Residing in Bali offers the opportunity to immerse oneself in a peaceful Hindu culture. Nonetheless, you need to be vigilant with the presence of petty crime and various scams.
Bali offers diverse transportation choices, from taxis, Go Jek, and Grab to renting or buying scooters, motorbikes, or cars. Navigating the unique challenges of driving in Bali, such as road closures for ceremonies and unpredictable conditions, requires understanding the distances and travel times.
Despite motorbikes’ quicker commute times, traffic jams are common, causing extensive delays.
Our services assist expats in securing transport options, obtaining Travel and Health insurance, local licenses, and providing extensive tips and advice for living in Bali.
Be aware from a legal point of view, dog and cats can be accepted into Jakarta, Indonesia (with an Indonesian permit). However, it is prohibited to transport dogs or cats to or from Bali, as a measure to manage the spread of rabies in Indonesia.
That being said, while acknowledging the existence of a grey area, it is possible to do a relocation with our highly reliable and internationally certified pet relocation company.
